Animal Husbandry Technician Support

About the role

The Animal Husbandry Technician Support position at Clinvet NY provides hands‑on daily care for research animals, maintains a clean facility, and assists basic laboratory studies. This full‑time, onsite role is essential to ensure animal welfare and support scientific investigations.

Key responsibilities

• Feed, water, and provide daily care for barrier‑housed animals, including grooming, bathing, and exercise.
• Clean and sanitize animal rooms, cages, and equipment, and handle transfers of animals, supplies, and materials.
• Assist with animal handling, restraining, and observation of health or behavior changes.
• Support specimen collection, basic study procedures, and maintain accurate records.

Required profile

• High school diploma or equivalent; entry‑level position.
• Experience in animal care or laboratory settings is a plus.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lb, stand for an 8‑hour shift, and work safely around animals and waste.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Required skills

• Animal handling and restraining techniques.
• Basic record‑keeping and data entry.

What we offer

• $20.00 per hour, visible salary.
• Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Up to 3 weeks PTO in the first year, increasing with tenure.
• 401(k) with company match up to 5%.